Higher Library Officer - Caleb University Lagos - Lagos, Nigeria
(2023-01 - 2026-01)
- Catalogued 800+ and Classified 600+ prints using Library of Congress (LC), which improved user access and reducing search time on 85% and 15% respectively.
- Migrated 2000+ information resources from card catalogue to digital base with 95% accuracy.
- Created bibliographic records and assigned Library of Congress Subject headings on KOHA.
- Provided reference and readers' advisory services to patrons via telephone, email, and in person at all public service desks.
- Supported day-to-day operations of the Research Support team, contributing to the promotion of evidence-based practice and monthly Information Literacy Skills training, including responding to enquiries and maintaining service documentation.
- Served customers by proactively identifying their needs and recommending library resources. Maintained awareness of emerging trends in social media, e-library services, and e-collections.
- Developed, promoted, and delivered a variety of library programmes and services to diverse communities.
- Supported the training and development of colleagues, particularly with digital technologies in the use of Library Management Software which increased performance rate to 70%.
- Assisted the leadership team to chart the team's course, support, and motivate colleagues.
- Managed collection development of 2400 collections of print information resources, acquisitions, collection review processes, and budget management while applying inclusive collection practices.
Teacher Librarian - Zintel Academy Ado-Odo Ota - Ado-Odo Ota, Nigeria
(2022-01 - 2023-01)
- Led the school library service across primary and secondary sections, overseeing daily operations, resource management, and service delivery to support student learning.
- Promoted reading for pleasure through storytelling sessions, reading clubs, author visits, and tailored reading lists for both primary and secondary students.
- Managed and developed the school library collection to meet the diverse educational, recreational, and cultural needs of primary and secondary students.
- Provided reference and readers' advisory support to students and teachers through in-person assistance, email, and scheduled library sessions.
Library Officer - Plateau State University, Bokkos - Bokkos, Nigeria
(2021-01 - 2022-01)
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) position.
- Catalogued 300+ and Classified 200+ prints using Library of Congress (LC), which improved user access and reducing search time on 75% and 25% respectively.
- Created bibliographic records and assigned Library of Congress Subject headings on KOHA.
- Established and maintained strong working relationships with researchers, students, and across the Library and research support services to establish requirements and inform service delivery.
- Contributed to the development of Library policies and practices.
- Managed collection development, acquisitions, collection review processes, and budget management while applying inclusive collection practices.
- Conducted community outreach through the development of new and existing relationships. Government Girls College benefited in a project Pad a Girl-Child, Every student a book.
Teacher and Administrator - Prudence Comprehensive College - Nigeria
(2019-01 - 2020-01)
- Facilitated continued education for teaching staff through the implementation of quality curriculum training and provision of necessary resources to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in alignment with district goals and objectives to ensure consistent high performance.
- Established a positive, stimulating learning environment for students and an exciting, focused professional setting for teachers that promoted engagement and productivity.
- Oversaw the successful implementation of curriculum programs across primary and secondary levels, ensuring alignment with educational standards and student needs.
- Monitored and evaluated student academic progress, implementing intervention strategies to support underperforming students and maintain high achievement levels.
Library Officer (Intern) - Dominican University Samonda - Samonda, Nigeria
(2019-01 - 2019-01)
- Assisted in the daily operations of the university library, ensuring efficient service delivery to students, faculty, and researchers.
- Provided frontline support to library users by offering reference assistance, locating resources, and answering enquiries in person and via email.
- Assisted with cataloguing new acquisitions and updating metadata records in the library management system to improve resource discoverability.
- Supported the management and promotion of electronic resources, including e-journals, databases, and institutional repositories.
